Glen Elgin 28 Year Old 1985 (cask 85.27) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society)
- Distillery
- Glen Elgin
- Region
- Speyside
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 48.6%
- Age
- 28 years
- Price
- £299
- Tasting notes
- Old Wood, Dried Fruit, Sherried, Honey, Nutty
- Description
- Distilled at Glen Elgin on 2 May 1985 and matured for 28 years in refill bourbon oak, this Speyside single malt was bottled at 48.6% ABV by The Scotch Malt Whisky Society. A rare release of just 237 bottles capturing the lighter, more delicate side of Speyside character.
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Glen Elgin 28 Year Old 1985 (cask 85.27) - (The Scotch Malt Whisky Society) is a 28-year-old single malt from Glen Elgin (Speyside, Scotland), bottled at 48.6% ABV. Expect fruity, sweet and oaky character — old wood, dried fruit, sherried, honey. A well-balanced whisky that appeals to both newcomers and enthusiasts. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Distilled at Glen Elgin on 2 May 1985 and matured for 28 years in refill bourbon oak, this Speyside single malt was bottled at 48.6% ABV by The Scotch Malt Whisky Society. A rare release of just 237 bottles capturing the lighter, more delicate side of Speyside character.
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